Retinal Microvasculature and Neural Changes and Dietary Patterns in an Older Population in Southern Italy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Like other parts of the body, the retina and its neurovascular system are also affected by age-related changes. The rising age of populations worldwide makes it important to study the pathologies related to age and their potential risk factors, such as diet and eating habits. The aim of this study was to investigate the predictive power of food groups versus retinal features among noninstitutionalized older adults from Southern Italy using a machine learning approach.

Methods

We recruited 530 subjects, with a mean age of 74 years, who were drawn from the large population of the Salus in Apulia Study. In the present cross-sectional study, eating habits were assessed with a validated food frequency questionnaire. For the visual assessment, a complete ophthalmic exam

SUBMITTER: Tatoli R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10049576 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature